Chairs Huabao International, which makes tobacco flavorings for China's top cigarette makers; also makes fragrances and food flavorings for use in detergents, beverages, dairy products and cosmetics.

Chairs Huabao International, which makes tobacco flavorings for China's top cigarette makers; also makes fragrances and food flavorings for use in detergents, beverages, dairy products and cosmetics. Founded the company a decade ago and took it public through a reverse takeover. Sold chunk of shares in 2008 and again in October 2009; still owns 51% of its shares. Holds several leadership positions in local industry groups.